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Friday, June 29, 2012

Review: GHD Gold Professional 1" Styler!

Hi My Loves!!!

I've been hearing amazing things about the GHD Flat Iron for years now. I myself have never tried one until about 2 weeks ago. I instantly fell in love. I have used so many flat irons over the years, from inexpensive to expensive and this one has got to be my favorite.

The GHD Gold Professional 1" Styler is GHD's sleekest styler ever, with a cooler, lighter body, smoother plates, and an bonus protective plate guard for storage and travel. Rounded barrel and contoured plates means you can not only straighten hair with this professional styler, but create curls, waves, and flips. Sleep mode provides added safety and universal voltage means no converter while traveling, makes the GHD your go-to styling iron.

Let's talk about the packaging first. The box is very sturdy and snazzy. Inside of it, comes the flat iron, protective plate guard (great for professionals or travelers) and the instructions manual. I may actually just re use this box to keep bits and bobs in because I really like it haha!

Features

Includes protective plate guard to cover hot plates for easy storage and travel

Cooler, lighter body

Smoother plates

Professional finish

Ceramic heaters

Contoured plates

Rounded barrel

Heats up to 374F

Sleep mode

Universal voltage

Authenticity guaranteed

2-Year Manufacturer's Warranty

Onto what I think:

PRICE:

I must admit this is a huge expense to shell out. At $225.00, it's definitely the most expensive flat iron I have ever used, however it's also the best one I've used (and I've used a lot). I feel like if you have the money, you really need or like to flat iron your hair and will get a lot of use out of it... then go ahead! Splurge a little (ok a lot). If you are someone who occasionally flat irons your hair, then this might be a little much to spend.

APPEARANCE:

It's sleek, chic and snazzy. Everything a flat iron should be. It's not too confusing, too many buttons. They kept it simple and I like that. The black and gold make it look luxurious.

USER FRIENDLINESS:

This is dummy proof! It has one button which you slide up to turn on, slide down to turn off. It's so easy! It beeps 3 times when it's heated up. There is no dial where you have to adjust the heat, its just either on or off, which I really like.

CORD:

The cord is so long! I love that!! There is nothing worse than having a short cord and an outlet that it's a bit too far away. Especially when you are working in a salon, this is a must have! So whether you are a stylist or just like to look good in your own home.... you will not be disappointed with the length of the cord.

HEAT:

This flat iron heats up to 374F. It's plenty hot enough to smooth out and straighten even the toughest, most stubborn hair. I literally had to go over the piece of hair once and it was perfect. Some flat irons I do have to go over the same piece at least 3 or 4 times. I would say this would work beautifully on any hair type.

WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH IT:

Obviously it's main purpose is to straighten and smooth our curly, wavy or frizzy hair. You can also curl, flip or create those snazzy beachy waves with it too. I haven't had the chance to play with it as far as the curls or waves go but I have used to flat iron my hair and I was in love with the result. It was way faster to get my hold head done than normal, it looks and felt shiny, smooth and sooooo touchable! It glides through the hair without pulling or snagging any hairs (that's my biggest pet peeve with flat irons). It's easy to use and makes your hair look amazing. It just glides through it like butter!

OVERALL:

I think this is great. It works super well, it's easy to use and it also comes with the protective plate guard. That is perfect for stylists that are on the go or if you travel a lot. I think it's also really cool that it has a universal voltage! BIG PLUS! I have fried 2 flat irons in my time, visiting family in England and not thinking about the voltage. I would definitely recommend this iron to anyone, if you are willing to spend the money. This will last you a good few years at least, so you will definitely get your money's worth out of it.

7 comments
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Of course your gonna say YEA GO BUY IT I GOT MINE FOR FREE:) Or watch my videos even though I can't take the time to comment to anyone or answer any questions but please watch so I can get MONEY. What a selfish person you have changed soooo.... much for the worst :(

Sam I have to agree you have changed..you use to ne real honest with is and now it just seems you aren't.. and its rude that you took Mr.p out of the videos completely after all of the stuff we sent and the support we have given you and your family...and well lets be honest we take tome to watch your videos... well I hope Mr.p is doing good. take care... its sad but your videos aren't what they use to be... they just se like the and old thing now...

I have to agree with the previous posts. I'm sad to say that I used to recommend your channel to everyone and I know they subscribed but now you've become so different and vague it seems. You would chat on fb and reply on YouTube messenger now its like you just put your videos out and hide. I. Don't know how it makes sense to never show phoenix or have Jay never be around. We all know you have a family and it's obvious you clearly live in the same house Eventhough you're shooting videos on the closet. Its all just sad and strange as you were so friendly and kept in touch and now it's like you're too important.

All you people writing rude comments, do you know the reason why she took Mr P out of her videos? Or why she made her videos less personal? Because of nasty, vile people on the Internet like you! She's just lookin out for her families happiness and safety, how can anyone think that a bad thing? But hey, why don't you carry on with your rude, anonymous comments, maybe she'll stop making videos altogether! Sam, remember haters always gonna hate, you still have thousands of happy subbies who love your videos and understand your previous decisions, please don't let these ugly hateful people get to you x

Oh and by the way, for the doubters on the review, just google top 10 straighteners/flat irons, GHD will feature in all of them! I've only ever used GHD's, and have paid for them all myself, they really are the crem de la crem so Sams review is right, whether she paid for them or not. Jealousy is a terrible thing people

Hi! I'm Sam Schuerman. I'm a mother of 2 and I live in gorgeous Lake Tahoe, CA with my husband, children and fur babies. I'm a former hair stylist/makeup artist turned beauty, lifestyle & fashion vlogger on YouTube. This blog is my place to share beauty, lifestyle, fashion and children related topics. You can also find me on Instagram (@samschuerman) where I share pictures everyday! I hope you'll stick around and enjoy this space. Email: samschuerman@gmail.com

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